Finding a Good Rheumatologist...They will know the experienced specialists in your area, and they will generally have ongoing collaborative relationships with rheumatologists who manage... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Managing??...When I realized there was no arthritis support group in my area, I began to look online. RheumatoidArthritis.net has become my support group.... By Mary Sophia Hawks2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments4 comments
There Is No Secondary Gain in Chronic Pain ...Haunted by the idea that I’ll be seen as a malingerer, I’ve put on the brave face instead of being honest more times than I want to admit. ... By Kathryn Elton, OTR3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments11 comments
Difficult Holiday Planning Conversations...Can I spend close quality time without putting myself at grave risk?... By Kelly Mack3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments3 comments
Frequently Asked Questions About Mental Health...You may also contact your insurance company for other providers in your area.... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for later
Popular Forum Topics – December 2021...Breathing and Lung Issues with RAA community member wonders if others in the RA community experience trouble breathing.... By Editorial Team 1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
RA and Recurrent Stress Fractures...Additionally, use a firm ball like a golf ball as tolerated to roll out the bottom of the foot each night so there's some movement and decompression in the By Amanda Osowski3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments5 comments
There Is a Season….for RA Changes...What might I do to enhance that area of my life? Where do I look for assistance in selecting those exercises that might work for me?... By Nan Hart2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments9 comments
Music Makes the Medicine Go Down...I’ll never forget it and I’ll always crave sequins and sparkles when I need some cheer.... By Kelly Mack3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
Resilience and RA: A Call To Action...Sometimes it has taken me decades to fully learn to be resilient in an area, for example, learning not to be frustrated and angry when my body prevents... By Kathryn Elton, OTR4 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments10 comments
Learning to Speak RA...Pain is, unfortunately, a fairly common area of discussion in the RA club.... By Carla Kienast2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
Why I Changed My RA Biologic...I didn't even consider it a brave choice. For me, it was rational.... By L rick Phillips3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments15 comments
The Right Things to Say to Someone with RA...Being told that not only is it inaccurate to think of myself that way, but that I am actually brave is a powerful perspective-flipper.... By Tamara Haag3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments5 comments
What’s the Latest on RA from the Rheumatology World?...More research on dosing and physician education is needed in this area.... By Andrew Lumpe, PhD2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
New RA Accessibility Tool for the Cold, Winter Months...Although I’m in Florida, the temperatures can get down in the lower 40s in my area, which is very cold for me (especially as I’m used to over 90... By David Advent2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
Skin Infections and RA: A Rather Gross Story...Essentially, I was informed to keep hot compresses on it, and if it erupted, I would need to clean the area and put a bandaid over it to make... By David Advent2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments11 comments
On Shaky Grounds These Days...Most of what we know and suggest in that area comes from patients themselves. ... By Nan Hart2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
My New RA Career Path: Meeting My Job Developer...My job developer worked with many companies, agencies, and employers in the area. It is important to me not to be placed into just any position.... By Lynn Marie Witt, MSOT3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments13 comments
Summer Is My Time of Year...There’s always something new to see and enjoy when I take the time to stroll through the area.... By Kelly Mack3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
Taking Care of Mental Health...One sensitive area includes depression and sadness.... By Kelly Mack3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments